Colombo Chow-chow

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 450 g (1 lb) chow-chow (chayote), peel

Colombo is a general term for curry in the Caribbean. Colombo powder Is a type of curry powder that is usually mild but fragrant.

Heat the oil in a large pan, add the chow-chow, onion, cardamom seeds and ginger and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic, chillies, fennel seeds and curry powder and cook over a low heat until the vegetables begin to soften. Stir in the coconut milk, stock,